LS-190 **V8 engine swap with pics** - Page 3

tusabes · 03-21-2008, 07:19 AM

awesome, wish i was in az to see this

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TruTaing · 04-02-2008, 12:54 AM

Need updates............ : Drool :

Gen3Benz · 04-05-2008, 07:32 PM

Cutting the rear fenders to clear the rear tires, will need to patch up a little.
Installing the lowering springs and the 19X10.5 wheels tomorrow.
Broke my camera in Mexico so I wont have pics until I borrow a camera.
Should look pretty mean with the 285 tires I have on them now.

I took a pretty long break after my gf moved out but I'm working a little now.
Only really work on sundays but I need to change that.

Eurosport · 04-05-2008, 09:33 PM

now that's what i call an awesome project!

good job!

TruTaing · 04-23-2008, 08:16 PM

sick430 · 05-09-2008, 08:20 PM

antilopera · 05-17-2008, 12:35 PM

updates? we need more!

Gen3Benz · 05-17-2008, 09:48 PM

Sorry for lack of updates....been partying too much...
Its too fun driving this thing into the shop.....i need to get it on the road..

GNGBNG · 06-06-2008, 03:56 AM

Mate, this thing is awesome, definitely keeping an eye on this thread. Hurry up and borrow a camera, i want to see more of this 346E, especially with 10.5 inch rims under its bum.

M104-AMG · 06-27-2008, 04:18 PM

I'd love to see this race Toby's 5.0L Ford V8 small block Ford 354; 450hp/410 torque at the crank and runs with Z06 Vettes on the track.

:-) neil

Gen3Benz · 06-30-2008, 12:00 AM

Actually worked on the car today, patched up one of the rear fenders.
Car will be ready for paint one day.
Also made a scaffolding to hold my rear diff while I modify the rear subframe.
I had a dream about my car so I will work on it alot more now.
Didnt go to the lake this weekend...heres my ultra 250....250ponies...does 65mph on my gps, stock!

FLYNAVY · 06-30-2008, 12:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gen3Benz

Cutting the rear fenders to clear the rear tires, will need to patch up a little.
Installing the lowering springs and the 19X10.5 wheels tomorrow.
Broke my camera in Mexico so I wont have pics until I borrow a camera.
Should look pretty mean with the 285 tires I have on them now.

I took a pretty long break after my gf moved out but I'm working a little now.
Only really work on sundays but I need to change that.

Good to hear that you have eliminated the other project hampering distractions from your life

(j/k)

kuharious · 07-13-2008, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M104-AMG

I'd love to see this race Toby's 5.0L Ford V8 small block Ford 354; 450hp/410 torque at the crank and runs with Z06 Vettes on the track.

:-) neil

not to hi-jack but is this Toby the ex pro racer outta Charlotte? I rode in his car two years ago on a track in SC. Sweet setup.

M104-AMG · 07-13-2008, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kuharious

not to hi-jack but is this Toby the ex pro racer outta Charlotte? I rode in his car two years ago on a track in SC. Sweet setup.

That's the one!

:-) neil

kuharious · 07-13-2008, 09:33 PM

That was an awsome car. Thanks for verifying. He was my instructor at an HPDE I went to.

Chappy · 07-17-2008, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M104-AMG

I'd love to see this race Toby's 5.0L Ford V8 small block Ford 354; 450hp/410 torque at the crank and runs with Z06 Vettes on the track.

:-) neil

Wasn't that for sale a while ago?

Sincity · 09-07-2008, 02:47 PM

Any pics of the new paint job?

Benz302E · 10-28-2008, 09:06 PM

Ok, I just joined because of this thread!!! We need to see some updates please!!! I'm a Ford guy and picked up a 190 E for a fun daily driver. I've had it 2 days and am already eyeing up how I could stuff a 347 under the hood.

M104-AMG · 10-28-2008, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chappy

Wasn't that for sale a while ago?

Yep, that beast of a 190E is still for sale.

:-) neil

PM if you're serious, and I'll get you in touch. It's about $9K.

xschop · 11-13-2008, 02:16 PM

do you have a pic of the stock crossmember?.....There are many different Ls based oil pans to choose from and I will be building one of the and designing a kit as I go when spring rolls around......how has this affected the handling? I would think that it would be unnoticeable with the LS1 alloy block, but I will be installing an LM7 engine with a performance cam.....also what is the lowest ratio Ring and pinion that can be had for these models and can LSD be found for them?.....Thanks for any reply

ZiggyEuroPoke · 11-15-2008, 12:45 PM

damn, this is dope...I love frakenswaps like this. Totally better on the horspower/dollar ratio. But of course you have the detractors who say putting a domestic mill in a benz is heresy.....Their the ones who see nothing but tailights! Just like in asia where people are putting SR20DE-T's and S2000 motors in these cars and E36 BMW's...Awesome!

Jlt · 11-16-2008, 07:48 PM

Hi there i have seen your project and its absolutely awesome, you say the LS1 probably weight less than the 6cyl , i wonder will you use 6cyl springs or 4cyl springs for your car? And what is the whole suspension setup? Keep on the good work

Gen3Benz · 11-20-2008, 12:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xschop

do you have a pic of the stock crossmember?.....There are many different Ls based oil pans to choose from and I will be building one of the and designing a kit as I go when spring rolls around......how has this affected the handling? I would think that it would be unnoticeable with the LS1 alloy block, but I will be installing an LM7 engine with a performance cam.....also what is the lowest ratio Ring and pinion that can be had for these models and can LSD be found for them?.....Thanks for any reply

No pics of the stock crossmember. You could maybe modify the sump on the GTO pan and retain the original crossmember.
Stock steering box will be very close to the engine.
It would require custom headers with the exhaust routed to the passenger side.
You can get 3.67 gears for these diffs and LSD's are in the 16v's
I'm going a different route and mounting an 8.8 ford explorer diff into a 190 rear subframe.
Unlimited gearing and locker options with that diff.

philo · 01-12-2009, 02:48 AM

Hi Gen3.., can you tell me a little bit about the W210 rack. I'm converting an e28 M5 steering from a recirculating ball steering box to a rack.

Can you tell me what car the W210 rack is from, the ratio, and length of rack shaft only. An the most important part.., is the W210 a rear steer rack ? Steer behind the wheel hub.

Thanks, appreciate the help.

Philo.
____________
88M5

Gen3Benz · 01-19-2009, 02:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by philo

Can you tell me what car the W210 rack is from, the ratio, and length of rack shaft only. An the most important part.., is the W210 a rear steer rack ? Steer behind the wheel hub.

W210 rack is from a W210 chassis mercedes e-class 96-02
I would have to measure the rack shaft...dont know the ratio...you might be able to find the specs online
It is rear steer.

04-02-2008, 12:54 AM	#52
TruTaing MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 2,043 Drives: w203 m112	Need updates............ : Drool : __________________

04-05-2008, 07:32 PM	#53
Gen3Benz Almost a Member! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 53 Drives: '07 Toyota Tacoma, '89 LS190, '07 Kawasaki Ultra 250X	Cutting the rear fenders to clear the rear tires, will need to patch up a little. Installing the lowering springs and the 19X10.5 wheels tomorrow. Broke my camera in Mexico so I wont have pics until I borrow a camera. Should look pretty mean with the 285 tires I have on them now. I took a pretty long break after my gf moved out but I'm working a little now. Only really work on sundays but I need to change that. __________________ 190e LS1 V8 Engine Swap.....in progress. LS190 Vid of LS190 running

04-05-2008, 09:33 PM	#54
Eurosport Out Of Control!! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: around the world Posts: 12,423 Drives: monowiper	now that's what i call an awesome project! good job! __________________ €

04-23-2008, 08:16 PM	#55
TruTaing MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 2,043 Drives: w203 m112	__________________

05-09-2008, 08:20 PM	#56
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05-17-2008, 12:35 PM	#57
antilopera Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: orange county Posts: 15 Drives: 1999 e320 4matic wagon/1992 190e 2.6l	updates? we need more!

05-17-2008, 09:48 PM	#58
Gen3Benz Almost a Member! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 53 Drives: '07 Toyota Tacoma, '89 LS190, '07 Kawasaki Ultra 250X	Sorry for lack of updates....been partying too much... Its too fun driving this thing into the shop.....i need to get it on the road.. __________________ 190e LS1 V8 Engine Swap.....in progress. LS190 Vid of LS190 running

06-06-2008, 03:56 AM	#59
GNGBNG Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 17 Drives: Subaru Outback H6	Mate, this thing is awesome, definitely keeping an eye on this thread. Hurry up and borrow a camera, i want to see more of this 346E, especially with 10.5 inch rims under its bum.

06-30-2008, 12:00 AM	#61
Gen3Benz Almost a Member! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 53 Drives: '07 Toyota Tacoma, '89 LS190, '07 Kawasaki Ultra 250X	Actually worked on the car today, patched up one of the rear fenders. Car will be ready for paint one day. Also made a scaffolding to hold my rear diff while I modify the rear subframe. I had a dream about my car so I will work on it alot more now. Didnt go to the lake this weekend...heres my ultra 250....250ponies...does 65mph on my gps, stock! __________________ 190e LS1 V8 Engine Swap.....in progress. LS190 Vid of LS190 running Last edited by Gen3Benz; 06-30-2008 at 12:03 AM.

07-13-2008, 09:33 PM	#65
kuharious Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 2 Drives: GTI	That was an awsome car. Thanks for verifying. He was my instructor at an HPDE I went to.

09-07-2008, 02:47 PM	#67
Sincity MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Vegas, baby! Posts: 2,249 Drives: '86 190e restoration project, '08 Acura RDX, '09 C63 AMG	Any pics of the new paint job? __________________ "Unofficial Member" of the Vancouver Benz crew. '09 C63 KLEEMANN MS-11S & K1. Charcoal delete w/K&Ns. SMERC upper strut bar.

10-28-2008, 09:06 PM	#68
Benz302E Newbie Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2 Drives: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 E	Ok, I just joined because of this thread!!! We need to see some updates please!!! I'm a Ford guy and picked up a 190 E for a fun daily driver. I've had it 2 days and am already eyeing up how I could stuff a 347 under the hood.

11-13-2008, 02:16 PM	#70
xschop Newbie Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 2 Drives: 190	do you have a pic of the stock crossmember?.....There are many different Ls based oil pans to choose from and I will be building one of the and designing a kit as I go when spring rolls around......how has this affected the handling? I would think that it would be unnoticeable with the LS1 alloy block, but I will be installing an LM7 engine with a performance cam.....also what is the lowest ratio Ring and pinion that can be had for these models and can LSD be found for them?.....Thanks for any reply

11-15-2008, 12:45 PM	#71
ZiggyEuroPoke Newbie Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 2	damn, this is dope...I love frakenswaps like this. Totally better on the horspower/dollar ratio. But of course you have the detractors who say putting a domestic mill in a benz is heresy.....Their the ones who see nothing but tailights! Just like in asia where people are putting SR20DE-T's and S2000 motors in these cars and E36 BMW's...Awesome!

11-16-2008, 07:48 PM	#72
Jlt Newbie Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 1 Drives: 190e	Hi there i have seen your project and its absolutely awesome, you say the LS1 probably weight less than the 6cyl , i wonder will you use 6cyl springs or 4cyl springs for your car? And what is the whole suspension setup? Keep on the good work

01-12-2009, 02:48 AM	#74
philo Newbie Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1 Drives: E28 M5	WW210 Rack Hi Gen3.., can you tell me a little bit about the W210 rack. I'm converting an e28 M5 steering from a recirculating ball steering box to a rack. Can you tell me what car the W210 rack is from, the ratio, and length of rack shaft only. An the most important part.., is the W210 a rear steer rack ? Steer behind the wheel hub. Thanks, appreciate the help. Philo. ____________ 88M5

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